Caroline Ballard
Marketplace reporter who produced the Salt Lake City Free Blockbuster segment, narrating on-location reporting about the little free blockbuster initiative.
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Dec 29, 2025 • 7min
The new "Be Kind, Rewind"
Julia Coronado, founder of Macro Policy Perspectives and an expert in macroeconomic analysis, discusses the divisions within the Federal Reserve and their implications on future monetary policy. Caroline Ballard shares her on-location reporting from Salt Lake City, where a community 'Free Blockbuster' initiative has sparked nostalgia and joy, while consumers reconsider streaming costs. They explore how this new model encourages sharing and community engagement, alongside insights on changing media habits and the impact of rising expenses on consumer choices.
Dec 29, 2025 • 7min
The new "Be Kind, Rewind"
Caroline Ballard, a dedicated reporter known for her work on community storytelling, shares insights on Salt Lake City's first Free Blockbuster, highlighting a nostalgia-driven movement to revive DVD and VHS sharing. Julia Coronado, an expert in monetary policy, discusses the ongoing divisions within the Federal Reserve over rate cuts and inflation worries. The podcast dives into how physical media is making a comeback amid rising costs and explores the community spirit and joy that comes from the Little Free Blockbuster initiative.
